Current events in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are marked by a crucial issue: the industrialization of the country. However, one of the main challenges to be overcome in this process is the energy deficit which impacts the industrial sector.
Faced with this problem, the President of the Republic, Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi, gave instructions to the ministers concerned in order to propose practical modalities for the provision of a preferential tariff for electrical energy in special economic zones (SEZs). ).
Aware of the importance of industrialization in the DRC’s master development plan, President Tshisekedi places emphasis on mobilizing the necessary resources to guarantee the implementation of this ambitious project.
Thus, the Head of State asked the ministers in charge of the national economy, electricity and hydraulic resources to present concrete proposals for the granting of a preferential rate, with the aim of supporting the industrialization of the country.
Furthermore, President Tshisekedi also underlined the importance of establishing a special fund for financing SEZs, in conjunction with the ministers of budget, finance, industry and land affairs. This fund will provide financial support for development projects in special economic zones.
In this context, President Tshisekedi particularly requested information on the progress of the Kin Malebo SEZ, for which the development contract was recently signed. He also wants in-depth reflection on the participation of public companies in SEZ projects, by consulting the portfolio minister.
These instructions follow President Tshisekedi’s visit to the Maluku Special Economic Zone, where he launched the production of tiles and earthenware. This first production in the industrial zone is a key step in the economic development of the country.
In conclusion, the industrialization of the DRC is a major objective for the country. To achieve this, President Tshisekedi insists on the need to improve access to electrical energy, in particular by offering a preferential rate in special economic zones. These measures, combined with the creation of a financing fund and the participation of public companies, open up promising prospects for the industrial development of the country.